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12 Best Places to Grab a Hot Dog or Glizzy in Dallas

By Carly May Gravley and Lauren Drewes Daniels

Jul 1, 2025

We've rounded up the best of the würst. Happy Fourth, Y'all.

The Juneteenth Fashion Show At Legacy Hall Reminded Us “We Are One”

By Jamisha Daniels

Jun 21, 2025

The annual Juneteenth event in Plano celebrated the holiday with a night full of cultural commentary, fashion and fun.

Hey there, Daddy-O: Where to Celebrate Father's Day in Dallas

By Maria Lawson

Jun 12, 2025

In addition to some great brunch deals and fine cocktails, there are some fun experiential offerings.

5 Ways To Spend This Memorial Day Weekend in Dallas

By Carly May Gravley

May 20, 2025

Whether you’re looking for a way to entertain kids on a day off or tap into your more cultured side, Dallas has you covered.

Toast to Mom: Where to Celebrate Mother’s Day in Style

By Maria Lawson

May 8, 2025

There's still time to make reservations, but you'd better hop on it quickly.

City Council Might Become 'Grinches' After Viral Christmas Display Chaos

By Emma Ruby

Apr 22, 2025

Videos of a decked-out Dallas home lit up the internet. The City Council is discussing how to prevent this from happening.

Got Munchies? A Guide to Dallas' Finest High-Times Eateries

By Nick Reynolds and Carly May Gravley

Apr 16, 2025

It's a holiday double header this weekend: Easter and 4/20. Fans of Jesus and Snoop Dogg unite!

Hop to It: Where to Get Easter Brunch in Dallas This Year

By Maria Lawson

Apr 9, 2025

Whether you're looking for a nice brunch out or an easy meal at home, we've got you covered.

St. Patrick's Day Is Nigh: Here Are the 11 Best Irish Pubs in Dallas

By Angie Quebedeaux, Lauren Drewes Daniels and Aaren Prody

Mar 14, 2025

Feeling like some fish and chips washed down with a Guinness? Sames.

10 Best Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in North Texas

By Jef Rouner

Mar 12, 2025

Toast the Emerald Isle this St. Patrick's Day at these parties, events and concerts.

Where to Break Your Ramadan Fast in Dallas

By Melanie Hernandez

Mar 5, 2025

These places will make iftar and suhoor all the more festive and satiating this Ramadan season.

Where to Celebrate Mardi Gras in Dallas: Parades, King Cake and Crawfish Boils

By Melanie Hernandez and Lauren Drewes Daniels

Feb 27, 2025

How many pounds of crawfish can you eat? What are your feelings on a beignet station?

Listen to These Dallas-Made Love Songs This Valentine's Day

By Simon Pruitt

Feb 14, 2025

Some are cute. Some are raunchy. The best ones are somewhere in between.

Keith Lee Dishes on Valentine's Day in Dallas

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

Feb 11, 2025

In a collaboration with DoorDash and Lyft, here's a peek at what Keith Lee suggests for a romantic dinner.

Updated: Love Is in the Air: All the Fun Valentine's Day Events in Dallas

By Aaren Prody and Julianna Chen

Jan 27, 2025

A long week of love is upon us. Here are the best places to wine, dine or have an avant-garde Valentine's Day in Dallas.

Deep Ellum Goes Hard on New Year's Eve With Tripping Daisy: Photos

By Mike Brooks

Jan 2, 2025

We could have picked any place to spend New Year's Eve; we chose to spend it with Tripping Daisy.

Best New Year's Eve 2024 Events in Dallas

By Jef Rouner and Eva Raggio

Dec 31, 2024

It's time to make plans for the new year: Who are you kissing and, most importantly, where?

Dallas Restaurants Open for New Year's Eve Dinner

By Aaren Prody

Dec 30, 2024

Got plans for New Year's Eve? Here are some great restaurants that will help bid a tasty adieu to 2024.

Local Grocery Stores Open on Christmas Eve

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

Dec 24, 2024

Forgot cornstarch? And you never have enough eggs, right? Probably should have grabbed one more carton of eggs.

Where To Find Holiday Pies in Dallas

By Maria Lawson

Dec 23, 2024

Local bakeries might be running thin on pies at this point, but Spec's and Dolly have got you covered.

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Photos: Bastille Day 2025 in Bishop Arts

Best Places to See Fourth of July Fireworks

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Photos: Bastille Day 2025 in Bishop Arts

Best Places to See Fourth of July Fireworks

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